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The Shot Caller's Report - Quarterbacks
Your Guide To Fantasy Lineups: Week 10
11/12/15
QBs | RBs | WRs

Bye Weeks: Atlanta, Indianapolis, San Diego, San Francisco

Blake Bortles

Thanks to a subpar running game and two capable receivers, Blake Bortles is top ten fantasy QB.


Grab a Helmet

Blake Bortles @ BAL: I think the fantasy world needs to get used to Blake Bortles being a weekly QB1. In a spot I thought he was ripe for a serious fall last week on the road against the Jets, Bortles impressed with a strong 381-2-2 line. He completed over 60% of his passes, and despite some more turnovers, moved the ball against a defense that isn’t playing as well as it should be right now. Robinson and Hurns are catching everything, and give Bortles weapons in all levels of the passing game. This young Jags offense has talent, and the defense is just bad enough to force the offense to have to score to stay in games. The Ravens are still giving up the 2nd most fantasy points to quarterbacks, giving Bortles a juicy match-up.

Peyton Manning v. KC: Old Man Manning hasn’t exactly found the fountain of youth these past few weeks, but he certainly looks more efficient and has more zip on the ball. Last week on the road against Indy he threw for 280 yards and two scores, but once again threw two ugly interceptions. Coming back home after a sickening loss to the Colts, look for the Broncos to come out passing, hoping to get a lead on the division rival Chiefs. Manning had one of his best games of the season Week 2 against KC when he threw for 256 yards and 3 scores. The Chiefs defense has been greatly improved against the pass, giving up only 3 touchdowns and picking off 6 passes in their last three games. But that was against the likes of Landry Jones, Matt Stafford, and Teddy Bridgewater. Manning knows his way around this defense, and makes for a fine QB1 option this week.

Kirk Cousins v. NO: Yes it pains me greatly to have Cousins in this spot, but I’d start myself against a Saints defense that has surrendered a whopping 13 passing touchdowns in their last three games! Playing at home against a team that is giving up nearly 30 fantasy points a game to opposing quarterbacks, Cousins was great against the last chump defense (Tampa) he played at home. He’ll have a healthier DJax this week, so look for some deep connections on Sunday. Cousins could make a very sneaky DFS play this week, and if there was ever a time to run him out there as a starter, it’s now!

Grab a Headset

Jay Cutler @ STL: With another solid game Monday night on the road against the Chargers, Cutler continues to put the Bears in position to stay competitive in games. But this week is a serious match-up downgrade for Smokin’ Jay. Even without starting ends Chris Long and Robert Quinn, the Rams defense stifled the Vikings passing game last week. With a few key defensive players back, Cutler faces an uphill battle on the road. St. Louis has given up a league low 5 touchdown passes, so Cutler might be best avoided, especially in weekly leagues.

Marcus Mariota v. CAR: The former Oregon Duck sits 11th overall in fantasy points per game with nearly 24 a start. He has two 4-touchdown games in his first six starts, putting him in incredibly rare company. So while I’m very high on Mariota’s dynasty and season long potential, he sits in a very tough spot this week versus the undefeated Panthers. Against the competent defenses of the Bills and Dolphins, Mariota could only manage 406 yards passing, 1 touchdown and 3 interceptions. He’ll have more QB1 level games this year, but this week isn’t likely to be one of them.

Carson Palmer @ SEA: Palmer has been one of the most consistent fantasy quarterbacks this season, so it’s likely you won’t be in a position to sit him this week. Despite their struggles the Seahawks defense can still be dominant, especially at home, and Palmer face planted with a 178-yard, 4-interception day in 2013. Look for the Cardinals to be run heavy and pick their spots against Seattle, meaning a low attempt total. Points could be at a premium this week, so expect a low ceiling, and tempered expectations for Palmer.

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